Minister welcomes money for Waterford town's flood mitigation works
The flood mitigation funding for Tallow was welcomed by Minister Mary Butler
Government Chief Whip and Minister for Older People, Mary Butler TD, has welcomed OPW approval of €90,000 in additional funding for flood mitigation works in Tallow, in West Waterford.
In welcoming the news Minister Butler thanked her colleague, Minister Kevin Moran, who made the funding announcement.
“I had many engagements with Minister Moran on the situation in Tallow following last November’s election and I want to credit him for immediately recognising the importance of this issue to the community there, particularly the people of West Street," she said.
“I am advised that these works will include an investigation of flooding, a topographical survey, preparation of a flood defence options report, a study to establish the causes of flooding and to identify potential feasible solutions, and an AA screening of a preferred scheme," she added.
She also acknowledged Waterford City and County Council's role in securing the funding.
"Credit is due also to Waterford City and County Council’s application for funding under the Office of Public Works’ Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme," she said.
"The funding being provided is a direct result of the effort and diligence they displayed in preparing their submission."
Highlighting that Tallow was "devastated" when Storm Babet caused torrential flooding in late 2023, she said residents remained fearful during periods of heavy rain in the years since.
"I’m hopeful that they will take some reassurance from this week’s announcement and the impending mitigation works," she said.
"I look forward to welcoming Minister Moran to Tallow and West Waterford in the coming weeks.”
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